Michelle
Michelle is the Owner and Editor of Fairfield County Mom and Westchester County Mom, two thriving parenting communities she proudly leads with passion and purpose. A lifelong Fairfield County native, Michelle grew up in Norwalk and now calls Fairfield, CT home. She married her husband, Chris, in October 2008, and together they’re raising a lively crew: their son Shane (born March 2011), twins Blake and Brynn (born June 2013), plus two lovable pups—Hank the loyal Lab and Bruce the mischievous Frenchie. By day, Michelle is a dedicated third-grade teacher at a local public school, juggling lesson plans and lunchboxes like a pro. Her days are filled with carpools, laundry piles, sideline cheering, and the beautiful chaos of motherhood. When she carves out a rare moment for herself, you’ll find her curled up with a great book, savoring dark chocolate, or unwinding with an espresso martini.
Hold the Wine and Pass Me a Fridge Cig
There was a time in my life when a glass of wine at the end of the day felt like the perfect way to...
Press Play and Escape
Some people meditate. Some people journal. I press play.
Audiobooks have quietly become my sanity saver. Between sports practices, commuting, laundry, and the never-ending mental...
The Pressure You Don’t See
Don’t assume anything about anyone.
It’s so easy to look at someone and think they have it all together. From the outside, their life looks...
I Don’t Limit My Kids’ Screen Time
When it comes to screen time, I know I’m going against the grain. While other parents are setting timers, taking away devices at night,...
Organized Chaos: Why I’m a Type A/B Mom
Type A moms always have a neatly labeled snack bag, a color-coded planner, and a first-aid kit on hand at all times. And then...
Why Moms Love True Crime: A Busy Mom’s Guilty Pleasure
There’s something oddly comforting about listening to a chilling true crime documentary while folding laundry or catching up on work. As a busy mom...
Take Something Off Your Plate and Add Feast & Fettle
This back-to-school season, I’ve decided to stop telling myself, “Once this is over, things will get a little easier.” Let’s face it—as a working...
The Top 10 Books for Moms to Enjoy This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to relax, unwind, and indulge in a good book. Whether you're lounging by the pool or sitting in your...
Juggling Sports and Connection
Being a mom of three children, all actively involved in various sports, can feel like a never-ending balancing act. Between lacrosse practices, basketball games,...
Whine Time Doesn’t Have to Mean Wine Time
Whine time. You know that time of day, usually right around the time you need to start making dinner, and everyone starts complaining? Babies...